On warmer days, Painted Lady Butterflies have been seen on the fringes of the reserve.
Resident birds observed in this period have been groups of Jays, Stonechats, Dartford Warblers, Tit Species, Goldcrests, Great Spotted Woodpeckers, Green Woodpeckers, Magpies, Sparrowhawks and Nuthatch. Small numbers of Redwing passed through. A Heron in flight was spotted which was being attacked by several Crows. Reports of most species of garden birds returning to feed at bird tables bordering the reserve now that natural food is becoming scarce.
Area of Heather, which had been cut down earlier in the Summer to promote new growth, have recovered well and showing fresh foliage.
An Adder was seen by the members of the party working on the bank
